One possibility is that Naruto could become a diplomat. He has a big heart and a strong will, so he could use those traits to negotiate peace between different villages. Without being a ninja, he might focus on building relationships and using words rather than combat to solve problems.
The plot could revolve around an Amegakure ninja who is on a quest to find a long - lost scroll that contains powerful jutsu. This ninja has to brave dangerous terrains and face off against other ninjas who also want the scroll. Maybe they have to team up with an unlikely ally, like a rogue ninja from another village, to succeed in their mission.
There could be several reasons. One possibility is that the fanfic is set in a world where the ninja system has been abolished or changed significantly. So, Naruto, who is usually associated with being a ninja, is not allowed to be one in this alternate scenario. Another reason could be that the author wants to emphasize other qualities of Naruto that are often overshadowed by his ninja status, like his ability to make friends or his growth as a person rather than a ninja.
In this type of fanfiction, a cool plot twist could be that the Sound Ninja are not actually the bad guys. Naruto finds out that there has been a huge misunderstanding between the Leaf and the Sound. He then tries to bridge the gap between the two villages. Another idea is that Naruto is given a special mission by the Sound Ninja that has something to do with a powerful artifact hidden in Konoha. And the last one, what if Naruto is part of a prophecy in the Sound Ninja village that foretells of a great hero coming from outside their village to save them from a looming disaster?
The plot could center around the first male ninja facing some great threat to the ninja world. He might be on a quest to find a powerful jutsu or artifact to save everyone. Along the way, he could encounter various challenges, make new friends and enemies, and his character could develop as he overcomes these difficulties. For example, he could start as a novice and gradually become a respected and powerful ninja.
He might become a fisherman or something. Just kidding. Seriously, he could focus more on community building in the village, using his charisma and leadership skills in non - ninja ways.
In this fanfiction, Naruto could be given god - like speed, strength, and intelligence. Since he is the first male ninja with these powers, he decides to rewrite the rules of ninjutsu. He might start training other ninjas in a new way that focuses on inner power rather than just physical techniques. This could lead to a revolution in the ninja world where Naruto is seen as a pioneer and a hero.
The plot could center around Hinata's journey to discover a hidden power within herself in the 'Road to Ninja' world. She might start as an underrated character but gradually gain strength and recognition. Along the way, she could form new alliances and face off against new enemies, all while trying to stay true to her values.
Well, one possibility is that Naruto feels betrayed by the Hidden Leaf Village. Maybe they wrongly accused him of a serious crime. So, he decides to go rogue. He could then start traveling alone, using his skills to survive and avoid capture. He might also meet other outcasts who understand his situation.
In a 'Naruto 5th Great Ninja War Fanfiction', the story could start with a strange phenomenon that begins to disrupt the chakra balance in the ninja world. This is a sign of the approaching war. As the war breaks out, the younger generation of ninjas, inspired by Naruto's heroics in the previous wars, step up to fight. They face off against a coalition of rogue ninjas who are being controlled by a shadowy figure with a vendetta against the established ninja order. Along the way, there are many battles, with each side using new and creative jutsus and strategies.
Perhaps in the fanfiction, Naruto and Ino accidentally get involved in a criminal ninja organization. They initially think they are joining a legitimate group that's supposed to protect the village in a different way, but soon realize it's a front for illegal activities. They then have to work together to expose the organization from the inside without getting caught themselves.